1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 583 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |