1998 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 203 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
