2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Alto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |