1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Euro 1 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2111 mm |
