2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |