1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Hyundai Sonata 2009 Land Rover Freelander
Make Hyundai Land Rover
Model Sonata Freelander
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 2632 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2670 mm


 

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