2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (368 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 2010 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Five Hundred | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
