2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
