2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 2013 Ford Focus. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |