2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
