1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage.
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, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
