2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi and 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sonata 2.0 CRDi (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 CRDi | 2009 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS Automatic | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |