2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2011 Hyundai Elantra 2010 Hyundai Elantra
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Elantra Elantra
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4529 mm 4475 mm
Vehicle Width 1775 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1435 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.9 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 53 L


 

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