2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 799 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 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |