2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |