2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1678 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Elantra | Corniche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |