2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 327 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
