2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |