2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 191 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 98 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz, 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Expedition 2009 Hyundai Getz
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Expedition Getz
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 45 L


 

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