2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-150 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 68 L |