2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |