2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
