2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 248 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
