2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |