1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Feroza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
