2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
