2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 843 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. 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 2006 Nissan Note. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Note |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
