1999 Acura SLX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 50 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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1999 Acura SLX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | SLX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2640 mm |