2004 Kia Amanti 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 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 282 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 2004 Kia Amanti. 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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Amanti | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Amanti | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 189 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |