2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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2009 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |