2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
Model | Wrangler | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |