2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
