2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Elantra | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |