2006 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
