2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2007 Ford GT 500 and 2007 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | GT 500 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |