2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Elantra | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |