2005 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | VehiCross | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
