2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 421 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
