2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 86 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.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
