2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 546 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
