2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Elantra and 2002 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Elantra | 996 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |