2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
