1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1998 Renault Espider
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Sonata and 1998 Renault Espider were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Espider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Espider (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Espider should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Renault Espider (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Espider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1998 Renault Espider | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Sonata | Espider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
