1999 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Sonata | Exige |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |