2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Elantra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
