2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Santa Fe | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
