2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera 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 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Sonata | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
