2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Expedition | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Expedition | Azera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 75 L |