2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1188 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |