2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
