2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA
When comparing the 2006 Toyota Corolla's and the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Toyota Corolla's and the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Toyota Corolla is a better car than the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA.
2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing
A used 2006 Toyota Corolla ranges from $3,899 to $9,995 while a used 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $2,059 to $7,994.
2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value and the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Toyota Corolla retains 8.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA.
2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.8 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 3 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Toyota Corolla is ranked 5 and the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17.
2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.7 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Corolla a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 126 horsepower, and the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. This gives the 2006 Toyota Corolla the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Toyota Corolla and 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2006 Toyota Corolla has higher safety ratings than the 2006 Hyundai ELANTRA, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3899 - 9995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.328198
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2059 - 7994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.828382 / 10
Reliability:
8.685147 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Toyota Corolla Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels
CE, LE, S, XRS
2006 Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
126 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2530 lbs
Width:
66.9 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
178.3 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2784 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
178.1 inches
Wheelbase:
102.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15