2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 47 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sonata | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
