2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Five Hundred | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |