2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonata | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
