2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 677 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Neos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
