2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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.
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2009 Nissan Quest | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Quest | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |