1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
