1998 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 288 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
