2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. 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, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
