2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 272 kg more than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |