1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Durango | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |