2009 Geely CK vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, both 2009 Geely CK and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Geely CK 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Geely Kia
Model CK Sportage
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.7 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L


 

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