2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |