2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Elantra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
