2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1263 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 2006 Maybach 62. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2006 Maybach 62 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. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Kia | Maybach |
Model | Sportage | 62 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |