2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
