2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Excursion | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 48 L |
