2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 761 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ikon | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ikon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |