2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sportage | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |