2000 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.

Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura Integra 2004 Kia Sportage
Make Acura Kia
Model Integra Sportage
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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