2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Elantra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
