2007 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Rabbit | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |