2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 680 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, 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-350 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |