1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 43 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
