1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 257 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corsica | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |