2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Pickup |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |