2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 (184 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Elantra 2008 Nissan Almera
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Elantra Almera
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 0 HP
Torque 184 Nm 138 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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