2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |