2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Fiat Albea

To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 662 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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 2011 Fiat Albea. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 2011 Fiat Albea
Make Hyundai Fiat
Model Santa Fe Albea
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 172 km/hour 162 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.6 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1813 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 51 L


 

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