2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 83 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
