2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
