2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 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 (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Hyundai Atos. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Atos | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |