2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Sonata and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Sonata | 206 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |