2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 169 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fusion | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
