2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
