2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-350 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |