2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 1995 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Coupe. 2009 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Hyundai | Venturi |
Model | Sonata | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |