2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Sonata | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
