1994 Ford Versailles vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Versailles | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Versailles | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
