2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 135 L |