1995 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 704 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Lantra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
