2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |