1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Multipla 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (182 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Multipla | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Multipla | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |