1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Leganza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Leganza would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Leganza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
