2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |