2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2004 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Intrepid | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |