2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. 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 2007 Nissan Altima. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |