2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
