1997 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
