2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Nissan Navara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | Navara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |