2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
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2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |