2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Sonata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |