2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
