2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-250 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
