2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |