2000 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Isuzu VehiCross | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | VehiCross | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |