2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | E-350 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |