1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 363 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
