1996 Xedos 6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 192 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Xedos 6 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Xedos | Hyundai |
| Model | 6 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
