2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Santa Fe | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |