1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 97 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sportage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
