2011 Nissan Livina vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Livina would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Livina | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Livina | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
