2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 663 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.
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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sportage | FX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |