2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |