2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
