1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sportage | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
