2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |