2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 721 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Azera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |