2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 70 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, 2007 Lexus GS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sportage | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |