2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 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 84 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
