2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
