1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 333 kg more than 1999 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 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 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:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |