2005 Honda Element vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Sonata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |