2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 3 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus LFA. 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA 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 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | LFA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
