2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
Model | Rexton | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |