2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Elantra | Note |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |