2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
