2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 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 Corolla. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1065 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |