2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Polo. 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |