2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford E-350 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Elantra | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
