2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sportage | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1540 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
