2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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 Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Entourage | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
