2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 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 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
