2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 198 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
