1999 Honda Today vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 686 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2000 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Today | Sonata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |