2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Elantra | Logan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |