1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Durango and 1999 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.
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 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Durango | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Durango | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 559 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |