2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 569 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Routan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
