2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
Model | Sonata | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |