2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
