2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | LHS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
