2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
