2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | H1 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
