2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Kia K2700 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia K2700. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
