2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 1 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit.
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 @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Fit | Elantra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |