2011 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-150 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-150 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2093 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 53 L |
