1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | QX4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |