2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Sonata | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |