1996 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 486 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
