2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 2 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 372 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sportage | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |