2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |