2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Sandero. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |