1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Corsa. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |