2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 65 L |
