2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | 370Z |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |