2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. 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, 2008 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
