2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS and 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 GLS | 2009 Hyundai Elantra 2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Elantra | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1058 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
