2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |