2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 581 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Sierra | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |