2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 891 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 150 L |
