2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Santa Fe | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
