2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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 (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
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2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Sonata | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |