? "Brian Matthews" wrote
AFAIK, they have chains now so no belt to worry about, and the cost associated with it. My V-6 has a shain and that was a factor for me also.
Your 2004 was a foreign car, but the 2011 is made in America by US workers from many US made parts. (my 2010 is 48% US) I read that in 2011 Hyundai will be more of a US company than GM. My US made GM car that is falling apart is why I switched to Hyundai. I have no guilt at all. GM made me a crappy Buick that I finally just gave away a few weeks ago.
I say "screw 'em" and buy what is best for me.
I'm on my second trouble free Sonata. There have been a couple of shows on TV that showed the comparable Kia plant and how the cars are made and the precision of the build. Efficient, accurate, and a good value. I've never had a Ford or GM car go as many miles with no repairs. Your money, your choice. Good luck.