2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sportage | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |