2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Kia Sportage | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sportage | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |