2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Sonata | LS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
