2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 402 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |