2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Explorer Coupe
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 184 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 55 L


 

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