1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | APV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |