2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
