2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
