2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |