2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fusion | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |