1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |