2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 157 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus ES. 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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
