2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-350 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2710 mm |
