2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Prius V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |