2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sportage | Equinox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |