2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sportage. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |