2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Santa Fe | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |