2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 699 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sportage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| 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 | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
