2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportage | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
