2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2000 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Infiniti I | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sportage | I |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |