1999 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Puma | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
