2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Sonata | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
