1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Statesman | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |