2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 160 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
