2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |