2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elantra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
