2004 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportage | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
