2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Lotus Exige 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Sonata | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |