2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Equinox | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |