1999 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 1999 Hyundai Sonata and 2002 Land Rover Freelander are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. 1999 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2002 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Sonata | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
