2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonata | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
