1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 57 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 944. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 944 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
