2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 612 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sportage 2009 Hyundai Atos
Make Kia Hyundai
Model Sportage Atos
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5450 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 146 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 16.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 35 L


 

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