2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2003 Kia Sorento 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. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sorento | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
