2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |