2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
