2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
