1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |