2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Tango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sportage | Tango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
