2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Kia | Chrysler |
Model | Sportage | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |