2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Sonata | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |