2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 713 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
