2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
