2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1070 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sportage 2007 Porsche Cayenne
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sportage Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 3189 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 100 L


 

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