1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | APV | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
