2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
