1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 543 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Xterra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |