2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Alero
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Elantra and 2005 Chevrolet Alero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 2005 Chevrolet Alero has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Chevrolet Alero | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Elantra | Alero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |