2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2011 Kia Sportage and 2012 Volkswagen GTI are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | GTI |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
