2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Elantra | Suburban |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |