2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Caldina | Elantra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |