2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 430 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
