2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Blackhawk | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |