2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-150 and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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 F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-150 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |