2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 638 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2639 mm |
