2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2011 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sportage | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1542 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |