2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 790 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.
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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Elantra | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |