2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Elantra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |