2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 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), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
