2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonata | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
