2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportage | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1409 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
