1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 43 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |