2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Elantra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
