2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |