2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150. 2010 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
