2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Equus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 77 L |