2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Sonata 2012 Nissan Murano
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Sonata Murano
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1727 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 82 L


 

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