2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Highlander | Elantra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |