2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
