2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 693 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |