2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
