2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 224 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 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. 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, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Grandeur | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |