2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Tucson 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Tucson Santa Fe
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.8 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L


 

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