2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Elantra | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |