1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 324 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
