2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1115 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sportage | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |