2002 Honda Acty vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Acty | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
