2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3840 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Commercial |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 5510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |