2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 88 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.
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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sportage | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
