2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 49 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 2007 Lexus IS. 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 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sportage | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |