2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
