2002 Honda City vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 258 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Elantra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |