2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 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 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 125 L |