2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Elantra and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
