2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 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 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2006 Porsche 911 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. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Elantra 2006 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Elantra 911
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1975 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 64 L


 

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