2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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 515 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Hyundai | Scion |
Model | Santa Fe | xD |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |