2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 922 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SSC Aero. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | Kia | SSC |
Model | Sportage | Aero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1090 mm |