2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 748 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus X | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
