1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
