2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster

To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Elantra and 2001 Peugeot Vroomster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2001 Hyundai Elantra and 2001 Peugeot Vroomster are equipped with a 1,599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 319 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. 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, 2001 Peugeot Vroomster (214 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Peugeot Vroomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Elantra 2001 Peugeot Vroomster
Make Hyundai Peugeot
Model Elantra Vroomster
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1199 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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