2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 5 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |