2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 421 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sportage | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
