2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
