2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sportage and 2006 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 935 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. 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 2006 Renault Logan. 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 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2006 Renault Logan | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |