2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 401 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
