2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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 2012 Hyundai i40. 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | i40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |