2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
