2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 944 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Sonata | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2745 mm |