2004 Ford GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | GT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
