1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
