2013 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Sonata and 2013 Hyundai Veloster were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 2013 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Sonata | Veloster |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1399 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |