2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. Both 2001 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,975 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |