2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 719 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-250 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
