2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |