1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
