1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Elantra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3683 mm |
