2007 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Edge | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
