2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Veracruz 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Hyundai Kia
Model Veracruz Pride Wagon
Year Released 2007 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 348 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2350 mm


 

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