2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | QX56 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |