2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
