2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 661 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
