2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
