1998 Chevrolet Intimidator 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 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Intimidator | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
