2004 Infiniti I vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I. 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | I | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
