2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 735 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 2008 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
