2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |