2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
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2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |