2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 119 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
