1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 60 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 Volkswagen CC. 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | CC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |