1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
