2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Elantra | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |