1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Sportage | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2423 mm |
