2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Sonata | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |