2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestyle | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
