1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 353 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |