2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 157 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |