2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Sonata | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |