2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |