1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l 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 Daihatsu Micros 3l. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 979 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. 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 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Micros 3l | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2640 mm |
