2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sportage | EX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |