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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Almera weights approximately 342 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) has 98 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 | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
