2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 2004 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Sonata | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |