2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |