2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
