2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 62 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.
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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | GT-R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |