2008 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 2006 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Trevis has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Trevis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Trevis 2006 Kia Sportage
Make Daihatsu Kia
Model Trevis Sportage
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 988 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 160 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 65 L


 

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