2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 353 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Nissan Qashqai. 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 (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |