2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 709 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Sonata 2005 Nissan Patrol
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Sonata Patrol
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3342 cc 4759 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 249 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.0:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 2355 kg
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 135 L


 

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