1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
