2011 Hyundai i10 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai i10 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | i10 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3565 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1595 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |