2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sorento | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
