2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 327 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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 2010 Ford C-Max. 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 2010 Ford C-Max. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2648 mm |
