1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Applause | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
