2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |