1996 Holden Nova vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 392 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Nova | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Nova | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |