2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 2006 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
