2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Acadia | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |