1995 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 112 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Probe. 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 Ford Probe (218 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
