2006 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius 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 166 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Prius | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Prius | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |