2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sportage and 2006 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. 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 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Lexus RX 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. 2006 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2006 Lexus RX | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sportage | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |