2000 Honda FCX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FCX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
