2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1734 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (255 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Excursion | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
