Taos vs Elantra GT
Volkswagen · Hyundai
1/4 Mile winner
Elantra GT
Beats the Taos by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Elantra GT beats the Taos comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Elantra GT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
158 hp
160 hp
0–100 km/h
8.4s
8.3s
Top speed
193 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.5L I4 Turbo
1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
320 Nm
Price
$24,000
$22,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Taos
Elantra GT
100 m
7.237s
7.225s
1/8 mile
10.725s
10.687s
1/4 mile
16.186s
16.085s
1 km
29.253s
28.903s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Elantra GT is $22,000 vs $24,000 for the Taos — a $2,000 gap. Top speed: Elantra GT runs to 200 km/h, 7 km/h higher than Taos.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Taos or the Elantra GT?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Elantra GT is faster, beating the Taos by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Taos vs the Elantra GT?
The Taos hits 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds, while the Elantra GT does it in 8.3 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Taos produces 158 hp; the Elantra GT produces 160 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Taos tops out at 193 km/h, and the Elantra GT reaches 200 km/h.
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