2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |