2004 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 569 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
