1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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 2010 Ford C-Max. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2648 mm |
