2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Ford F-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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-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 598 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-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 F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-350 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 65 L |
