1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
