2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
