2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
