2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Sportage | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |