2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Sonata | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |