2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford E-150 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | E-150 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |