1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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 1996 Rover 400. 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sportage | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |