2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Urban Explorer | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |