1998 Daewoo Nubira 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 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. Both 1998 Daewoo Nubira and 2000 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 224 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |