2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Elantra and 2007 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 510 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Elantra | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |