2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 303 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |