1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | Fox |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
