1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 317 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
