2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
