2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 2004 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |