2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2008 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford F-250 2008 Hyundai Sonata
Make Ford Hyundai
Model F-250 Sonata
Year Released 2010 2008
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 494 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2805 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 6253 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2029 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1961 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3967 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 70 L


 

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