2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |