2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 602 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |