2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 and 2012 Hyundai Tucson are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 2012 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Tucson |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |