2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Sonata | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |