1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 433 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Spirit | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
