2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-150 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
