2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Sonata | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 104 L |