2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-2x. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-2x would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
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, 2007 Kia Sportage (247 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Sportage | 9-2x |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |