2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sportage | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |