2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
