2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 346 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
