2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sportage | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4356 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2662 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |