2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 188 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Sonata 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Sonata Tacoma
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3342 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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