2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-350 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 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
