2006 Volkswagen Fox vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen Fox and 2006 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 472 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 2006 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Fox | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Fox | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
