2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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 Hyundai Sonata (241 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Sonata | Tango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
