2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |