2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape 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 191 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |