1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia 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. Both 1999 Kia Sportage and 2000 Nissan Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
