2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Hyundai Entourage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonata | Entourage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
