2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 753 kg more than 2007 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 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |