1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 527 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aspire | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Aspire | Sportage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |