2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |