2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 90 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 Seat Altea. 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 (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |