2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |