1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 82 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 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2011 Dodge Avenger 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. 2011 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sportage | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2766 mm |
