2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
