2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Accent |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
