1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |