2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
