1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 158 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Previa. 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Previa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |