2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sportage | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
