2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |