2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Allion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
