1998 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1998 Honda Accord and 1999 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 4 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Sonata |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |