2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Picanto | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
