2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 261 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
