2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Galaxy | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |