2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
