2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2001 Ford Thunderbird and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
