2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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 (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
