2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-150 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model F-150 Santa Fe
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 248 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2363 kg 1062 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 75 L