2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (247 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Elantra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
