2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Santa Fe | Lynx |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |