1991 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 362 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |