2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |