Petrol
2003 Hyundai Sonata
The 2003 Hyundai Sonata is a sedan. It has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 138 hp (103 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.3 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Hyundai | Model | Sonata |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2003 | Version / Trim | Hyundai 2003 Sonata |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Noble White, White Pearl, Ebony Black, Bright Silver Metallic, Urban Grey Metallic, Light Beige Metallic, Canton Cherry Pearl, Ardor Blue Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,400 cc |
| Power | 138 hp / 103 kW | Torque | 177 Nm / 131 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.3 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 19 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,400 kg (3,086 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2003 SEDANS
Compared with other 2003 sedans in our database, its 138 hp is 42% less than the average 2003 sedan (238 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.6 seconds slower than average, and it is 12% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2003 Hyundai Sonata | Average 2003 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 138 hp | 238 hp (73 cars) | -42% |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 313 Nm (73 cars) | -44% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.3 s | 7.7 s (65 cars) | +8% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 130 mph (65 cars) | -9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,400 kg | 1,585 kg (81 cars) | -12% |
| Engine size | 2,400 cc | 3,186 cc (81 cars) | -25% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2003 sedans with similar power to the 2003 Hyundai Sonata.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Hyundai Sonata | 138 hp | 8.3 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2003 Toyota Celica | 140 hp | 7.9 s | 1,100 kg |
| 2003 Subaru Impreza AWD | 148 hp | 9.5 s | 1,230 kg |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 148 hp | 4.8 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2003 Suzuki Aerio | 127 hp | 9.0 s | 1,182 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE HYUNDAI SONATA
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Parking Sensors
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre