1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 493 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
