2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 227 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion. 2012 Ford Fusion 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. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
