2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |