1999 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
