2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |