2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Kia | Acura |
Model | Sportage | RDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |