2011 Ford Kuga vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 261 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Kuga | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Kuga | Elantra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |