2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Santa Fe | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |