1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 387 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Eagle | Kia |
Model | Summit | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |