1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 14 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1199 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Sportage | QX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3075 mm |