2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | ix20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |