1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 354 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.
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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Terrano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |