2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Sportage | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
