2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
