1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 717 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotec C 1000. 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Lotec |
| Model | Sportage | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1150 mm |
