2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
