2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited
To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS and 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 195 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited weights approximately 53 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS.
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, both vehicles can yield 249 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS | 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonata | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
