2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Sonata | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |