1995 Infiniti G20 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 442 kg more than 1995 Infiniti G20.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti G20. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti G20 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G20 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1245 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
