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2022 Ford F-250 vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review

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2022 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $40,445 to $91,080
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2023 Hyundai
Santa Cruz

MSRP*: $25,700 to $40,570
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 27.0 ft3
Engine
  • 430-hp, 7.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 385 - 475 hp 191 - 281 hp
Towing Capacity 12,300 - 15,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 195.7 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 75.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Cruz than in the Ford F-250. The Ford F-250 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford F-250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-250 is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford F-250, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Handling
The Ford F-250 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-250 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Cruz for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford F-250 greatly outmuscles the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford F-250 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Utility
The Ford F-250 offers a little more seating capacity than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. You'll be able to haul more material in the Ford F-250 than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Ford F-250 over that of the Hyundai Santa Cruz.