2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 679 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (241 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonata | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
