Hyundai Santa FE 2018 vs Ford Explorer 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Hyundai Santa FE) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Ford Explorer) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 197 HP | 280 HP | |
| Torque: | 436 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Hyundai Santa FE engine produces 83 HP less power than Ford Explorer, but torque is 16 NM more than Ford Explorer. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 10.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres | 70 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 198 mm (7.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Ford Explorer can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Ford Explorer version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Ford Explorer 2018 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
| Hyundai Santa FE 2018 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Hyundai Santa FE 2018 2.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 5.02 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.99 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.79 m | |
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Hyundai Santa FE is smaller. Hyundai Santa FE is 25 cm shorter than the Ford Explorer, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Hyundai Santa FE is 11 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | 5 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 625 litres | 595 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 595 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 625 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 2313 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | no data | |
| Gross weight: | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Hyundai Santa FE scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 22 600 | 21 000 | |
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