2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |