1994 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
