2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Altima | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |