2006 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
When comparing the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2006 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Pricing
A used 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $2,500 to $9,637 while a used 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $2,990 to $9,090.
2006 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value and the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE.
2006 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Equinox's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 8 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Chevrolet Equinox being ranked 18 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Hyundai SANTA FE is ranked 9 and the Chevrolet Equinox is ranked 17.
2006 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Equinox the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Equinox.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox base engine makes 185 horsepower. Both the SANTA FE and the Equinox are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 437 and 374 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Chevrolet Equinox, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2006 Hyundai SANTA FE and the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
2500 - 9637
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2990 - 9090
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476162
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.259381 / 10
Reliability:
7.878144 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
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51 out of / 66Summary Review
Hyundai’s Santa Fe has evolved rapidly over its generations into one of the most satisfying to drive midsize crossover SUVs on the market. There are many versions of the Santa Fe, some with two rows and some with three, depending upon the model year and trim.
Summary Review
The Chevrolet equinox is a compact five-person SUV with a comfortable interior and a smooth ride. The current Equinox was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $28,912 and 3-year-old models averaging $21,742.
Pros and Cons
- New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
- Cutting-edge infotainment
- Excellent safety ratings
- Only two rows for 2021
Pros and Cons
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Comfortable and spacious interior
- High predicted reliability
- Mediocre interior quality
- Only one powertrain
- Low on cargo space
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
GLS, Limited
2006 Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
LS, LT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
131.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
35.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3549 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3660 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
69.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/65R16