2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
