2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-250 and 2009 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Matrix, 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2009 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-250 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
