2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Sonata | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |