1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. Both 1995 Chrysler Sebring and 1999 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Sebring | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Sebring | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |