2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Veracruz | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |