2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
