2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Explorer | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Explorer | Elantra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |