2000 Ford Equator vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Equator | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3342 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1119 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2730 mm |
