2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |