2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. 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 2004 Lincoln LS. 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 (307 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Santa Fe | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 307 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |