2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2011 Nissan Titan 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. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Titan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |