2006 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 676 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
