Hyundai Santa Fe vs Ford Escape Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2005 catalog dimensions. Hyundai Santa Fe · Ford Escape
- Length177.2 in
- Height66.0 in
- Wheelbase103.1 in
- Curb weight3,549 lb – 3,946 lb
- Width72.7 in
- Ford Escape width70.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Escape is 2.3 in shorter (177.2 in vs 174.9 in)
- Width: Ford Escape is 2.6 in narrower (72.7 in vs 70.1 in)
- Height: Ford Escape is 4.1 in taller (66.0 in vs 70.1 in)
- Wheelbase: essentially the same
- Curb weight: Hyundai Santa Fe is 262 lb heavier (3,748 lb vs 3,486 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Hyundai Santa Fe is 262 lb heavier (3,748 lb vs 3,486 lb)
- Height: Ford Escape is 4.1 in taller (66.0 in vs 70.1 in)
- Width: Ford Escape is 2.6 in narrower (72.7 in vs 70.1 in)
- Length: Ford Escape is 2.3 in shorter (177.2 in vs 174.9 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Escape — Ford Escape is shorter by 2.3 in Check garage fit for Hyundai Santa Fe · garage fit for Ford Escape
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Escape — Ford Escape is narrower by 2.6 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Escape — Based on length × width (Ford Escape)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Santa Fe | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 177.2 in | 174.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 70.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 70.1 in | 4.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 103.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Curb weight | 3,748 lb | 3,486 lb | 262 lb |
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