2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Elantra | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |