2004 Acura CL vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Acura CL and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | CL | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |