2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 348 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.

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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sportage 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Kia Dodge
Model Sportage CHARGER
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 2018 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L