2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 131 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 (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
