2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 397 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
