2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Five Hundred | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |