2012 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Patrol | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
