1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 467 kg more than 2004 Proton 400. 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 2004 Proton 400. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sportage | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
