2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Freestyle | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |