2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 281 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Sorento. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |