1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Sportage | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |