1995 Hyundai Scoupe 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 Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 685 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. 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 Scoupe. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Scoupe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1670 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 | 65 L |
