1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
