2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 (251 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
