2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (298 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
