2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Santa Fe | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
