2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS and 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS and 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV. 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS | 2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Sonata |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |