2004 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ka | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |