2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |