2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fusion | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |