2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 305 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
