2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Ford E-350 and 2008 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 2008 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | E-350 | Matrix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |