2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
