2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |