1999 Acura SLX vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | SLX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2640 mm |
