2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 8 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Five Hundred | i40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
