2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2012 Hyundai Elantra
Make Porsche Hyundai
Model 911 Elantra
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4486 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 53 L


 

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