2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |
