2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Maverick | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |