2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 618 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.
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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2004 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
