2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 428 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
