1999 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Passat | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |