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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 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 488 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |