2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Explorer Veracruz
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 348 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1946 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1806 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2804 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 78 L


 

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