2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-450 and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-450 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-450 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 75 L |