2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 144 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.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
