2002 Infiniti I vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | I | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |