2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Tundra | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
