2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Elantra and 2002 Volkswagen Magellan were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan weights approximately 154 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (310 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Magellan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |