2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touran | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2629 mm |