2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 366 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |