2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |