2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 189 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |