2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2794 mm |
