2001 Toyota RSC vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RSC weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RSC | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RSC | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
