2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 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 2,657 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
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 (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Sonata | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
