1993 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Scoupe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
