2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 400 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Azera | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |