2002 Xedos 9 vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Xedos 9 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Xedos | Hyundai |
| Model | 9 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2795 mm |
