2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Hardbody | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
