1988 Dodge 600 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
