2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |