1995 Honda Today vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 946 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2005 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Today | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
