2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2004 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Elantra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |