2007 Ford Edge vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 71 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Edge | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
