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The Sonata and the Superb are face to face on a battle field. Both of them need to perform well if they want to win. Setup of these cars is done according to new specifications. In short they are Bharat Stage IV compliant. The need to have a luxury car can arise when you have long strenuous office hours. Relax yourself once inside these luxury cars. The Hyundai Sonata Transform is an upgraded version of the previous Sonata. The new upgrade is preferred when you wish to spoil yourself.
The interiors are revamped and designed for luxury. More leg room is seen in the Sonata which was missing in the old version. The new features installed in the vehicle do make sense when it comes to styling and luxury. What is the main feature that we look for in a sedan? It has to be comfort and some technology that can ease out driving.

	Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI PD	Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi A/T
Engine
Engine Type	In-Line Engine	Diesel Engine
Engine Description	2.0L 140bhp TDI PD in-line	2.0-litre CRDi VGT engine
Engine Displacement (cc)	1,968 cc	1991
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Maximum Power	141.4 @ 4,000 (PS@rpm)	150 ps 3850 rpm
Maximum Torque	32.3 @ 1,750 (kgm@rpm)	32.1 kgm @ 2000 rpm
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	NA
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	CRDI
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Super Charger	No	No
Transmissions
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	NA
Clutch Type	Hydraulic Clutch	NA
Suspension Systems
Front Suspension	Mc Pherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer	Independent Double Wishbone with coil spring and gas shock absorber and ant roll bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-element axle, one longitudinal, three transverse links, torsion stab	Fully independent Multi-link with coil springs, Gas shock absorber and anti-roll bar
Steering
Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Gear Type	Electronic Assisted Rack and Pinion	NA
Brake Systems
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Solid Disc
Fuel
Mileage-City (kmpl)	9.5	7.3
Mileage-Highway (kmpl)	13.7	11.8
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel Tank Capacity (liters)	60	70
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro IV	NA
Tires
Tire Size	205/55 R 16	NA
Wheel Size	16 x 7J	NA
Alloy Wheel Size	16 inches	6.5 J X 16
Other Specifications		NA
Seating Capacity	5	5
No of Doors	4	4
General Car Details
Country of Assembly	India	India
Country of Manufacture	India	India
Introduction Date	8-Apr-09	15-Jan-09
Discontinuation Date	NA	2025-01-01

Interiors and looks
The Sonata is completely revamped; it has new interiors and features. Automatic climate control gets activated when the outside temperature is bit high to boil an egg. Apart from climate control it has a new dashboard. Well the old one has been replaced with new body panels. The Skoda Superb has enough room for a family of five. Since the car is meant for business use it has one feature which can help in relaxing your body. Yes the interiors of the Superb are designed for luxury. You can carry lots of luggage in the boot. The Superb deals specifically in business class with a hint of added room for luggage. Spoil yourself after a tiring day at work. The Sonata has aggressive looks which make the car look big in size.

Handling and feel
Superb has improved handling, but the car somewhere feels underpowered. The size of the car is the main reason for this type of handling. The engine does not have enough power to throttle the car to extreme speeds. The Sonata on the other hand is quite impressive. Aerodynamics plays an important role in handling the car at high speeds. Low design and height ensures high grip on road. Cornering the car is not a problem since it has perfect power to weight ratio. Design of chassis for the Sonata is perfect. The Transform additive in the name truly works wonders. You can literally cruise sipping your coffee. Its onboard computers take care of the car in every possible manner. The Superb has looks which make the car look long. Yes the Superb does look better than the Sonata. When it comes to handling you cannot apply only your thumb, the Superb falls behind the Sonata.

Engine response
Skoda has ensured the engine part according to its original setup. You cannot find any difference in any of the Skoda cars. They have tuned the engine according to new specifications. It has resulted in quick response and sturdy engine speed. Sturdy engine speed means to have a power band before red line. In most of the cars it takes place between 4000 to 6000 rpm. Shifting gears in this area gives the car an additional boost without sacrificing fuel. The Sonata is not that great when it comes to acceleration. It definitely has a good top end but lacks in acceleration. Setup of Sonata engine is done for economy deliverance. Therefore when your foot is on the accelerator pedal it might be slow but will gain speed once it crosses the three digit mark. Both of them are Bharat Stage IV compliant. Start the car in keyless entry which can bring a smile on your face.

Time to go to the ATM
This is a big choice since both of them are in the same category. The need of driving one of the best cars is the bottom line. Since they are in business class the Skoda Superb is the best option. It has lots of features and can ensure a good mark on your business profile. The Sonata is a business vehicle too but lacks features which can ensure smooth driving after work.