2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-250 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 58 L |
