2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. (50 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 698 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Hyundai | ZAZ |
| Model | Sonata | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
