1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |