2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Sportage | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 104 L |
