2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 2 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 246 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sportage | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |