2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 608 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | E-350 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |