2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Elantra | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |