2002 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Bandeirante | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3660 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
