2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |