2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 889 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-150 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
