2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elantra | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
