2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
