2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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2011 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Eos |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4486 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |