1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 163 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1994 Subaru SVX 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. 1994 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | SVX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
