2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Equinox 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Equinox Santa Fe
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 65 L


 

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