2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 36 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elantra | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
