2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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 122 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |