2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai H100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai H100 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai H100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | H100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
