2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Elantra | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
