2001 Hyundai Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |