2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1997 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
