2011 Holden Calais vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2011 Holden Calais and 2011 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 206 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Holden Calais is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Calais | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Calais | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
