2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Sonata | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |