1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 978 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Zenvo ST1.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Zenvo ST1. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Kia | Zenvo |
| Model | Sportage | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3055 mm |
