2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Juke. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Juke |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |