2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 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 187 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 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 2010 Hyundai ix35. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2640 mm |
