2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Note |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |