2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm). This means 2008 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Sonata | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
