1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 508 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2010 Lexus LS 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. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sportage | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
