2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Transit Connect | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |