1996 Eagle Vision vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Eagle Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Eagle Vision (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Eagle Vision should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Eagle Vision weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Eagle Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Eagle Vision | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Eagle | Kia |
| Model | Vision | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
