2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Sharan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
