2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Equus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 509 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 77 L |