2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | E-150 | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |